Technology Keeps Diaconate Formation, Lay Ecclesial Ministry Classes Alive
By Tony DeGol
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As candidates for the Permanent Diaconate study Church history and homiletics, they are also getting a crash course in technology.
Like most others in our...
What is a Plenary Indulgence?
By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service
Pope Francis said he will grant a plenary indulgence to the faithful who watch or listen to his extraordinary...
School Closure Extended; Digital Learning Thrives
By Tony DeGol
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A good news/bad news situation for Catholic schools in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown.
First, the bad news: Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf has directed...
Bishop Welcomes Catechumens, Candidates at Rite of Election
By Tony DeGol
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When Matthew Graham and Nick Pantelis connected through a Facebook group and became roommates at Penn State more than two years ago,...
CMD Supporters Stand with Those to be Initiated at Easter
By Tony DeGol
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OMG – it was one of the best text messages ever!
After Jack Driscoll and Melissa Karlheim began dating about a year ago,...
A Message about Coronavirus and the Diocese’s Response
A Message from Tony DeGol
Director of Communications
Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown
March 4, 2020
Over the past few days, local television and newspaper reporters have contacted me to...
Celebrating the Sisters of Charity — Sister Marie Clare Farabaugh
Editor’s Note: The Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill are celebrating their 150th Anniversary of the founding of their Community in Altoona. The original...
Catholic Charities Seeks Award Nominations
Do you know someone who has a significant, long-term commitment (professional or volunteer) to serving the poor, marginalized and most vulnerable within the Diocese...
AOH Plans Saint Patrick’s Dinner Dance
The Ancient Order of Hibernians will be having their annual Saint Patrick's Dinner Dance on March 14th. Dr. John Joyce, congressman of the 13th...
Student Talent on Display at Annual Art Show
By Tony DeGol
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Sometimes a canvas and a paint brush can give a person a louder voice than a microphone.
Minjong Ethan Kim hopes his creations...
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